$485,000
SOLD SEP 12, 2025

1281 S Redbud Dr La Porte, IN 46350

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,969 Sq Ft
0.7 Acres

Recently Sold

$122 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to this Custom Built Walt Kegebein home in desirable Westwood Oaks Subdivision. Meticulously maintained Brick & Cedar ranch home has 3-bedrooms, 3-baths and 3-car garage. Upon entry you'll notice the open floor plan, large living room with vaulted ceilings, marble fireplace and 3-seasons area. Custom kitchen features plenty of cabinetry, granite counters and all appliances. Main floor has Master suite with separate bath, jacuzzi tub, granite counters, walkin closet and sliders leading out to back patio area. Split living situation with 2 other large bedrooms, full bath and main floor laundry. You'll love the peaceful evenings relaxing in your gorgeous screened room overlooking a very secluded tree lined, fully fenced backyard and gazebo area. Finished basement has a large Rec Room and Bar area, additional bath & plenty of storage. This home is situated in a very quiet, peaceful neighborhood close to town with magnificent sunsets. Don't miss this one, schedule your showing today

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Kremp

REMAX County Wide 1st License #RB14051603 Listed on: 08/04/2025

REMAX County Wide 1st

Last Buyer's Agent

Stephanie Cowger

Blackrock Real Estate Services License #RB14043893

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,850

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 0.7 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Water
  • Trees
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Screened Patio

Schools

  • Laporte High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 461010201113000060

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Westwood Oaks Sd Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,850

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Private, Paved
  • Reso View: Neighborhood, Water, Trees/Woods
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA615
  • Subdivision Name: Westwood Oaks SD
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2371
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Financial Info Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • AuctionYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Sump Pump, Interior Entry, Finished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1598
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Yard
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Acres: 0.7013
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Cedar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 30550
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 461010201113000060

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2850.24

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: LaPorte High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 4, 2025
Closed on
Sep 12, 2025
Sold by
Kraus Rosalie A
Bought by
Peksa Gary and Peksa Mary
Seller's Agent
Michael Kremp
REMAX County Wide 1st
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Cowger
Blackrock Real Estate Services
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$485,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-2.81%
Views
81

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
56.33%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2011
Sold by
Mollenhauer Michael F and Mollenhauer Susan K
Bought by
Kraus Jack C and Kraus Rosalie A
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Sold $485,000 -2.8% $122 / Sq Ft
08/04/2025 08/04/25 For Sale $499,000 -- $126 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,781 $349,500 $37,800 $311,700
2022 $2,706 $320,900 $37,800 $283,100
2021 $2,295 $282,900 $37,800 $245,100
2020 $2,152 $282,900 $37,800 $245,100
2019 $2,046 $258,800 $37,800 $221,000
2018 $2,018 $253,200 $37,800 $215,400
2017 $1,709 $233,800 $29,800 $204,000
2016 $1,664 $237,500 $33,800 $203,700
2014 $2,287 $236,400 $33,800 $202,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 825409

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 46-10-10-201-113.000-060